Paid-On-Call Firefighter (part-time)

The City of Effingham Fire Department is seeking candidates to serve as a Paid-On-Call Firefighter. This position is part-time, with a starting wage of $19.32 per hour. Increases to $19.82 after six (6) months of service. Fringe benefits are not offered with this position, with the exception of paid leave.

Duties:
• Performs rescue, fire suppression, fire prevention and education, and mitigation of hazardous materials activities;
• Operation and maintenance of fire and emergency equipment, apparatus, and stations;
• Performs hazardous tasks and skilled procedures under emergency conditions, which may involve strenuous exertion under adverse conditions such as fire, heat, smoke darkness,
and cramped surroundings;
• Knowledge of Standard Operating Guidelines, policies, and procedures pertaining to fire ground high-rise, hazardous materials, and specialized rescue operations;
• Conducts and/or attends continuing education programs of training and instruction;
• Develops and maintains required skills and certifications/licenses
• Assists in public fire education and public relations activities;
• Other duties as assigned.
 Full job description available at: Paid-On-Call FF Job Description

General Qualifications:
• Possess a valid driver’s license;
• Residency within 10 miles of Effingham corporate limits;
• Fulfill the physical requirements of the position as defined in the job description and as required by State of Illinois training standards.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
• High school education or equivalent; three to six months of related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Education and Experience Requirements:
• High school education or equivalent; six to twelve months of related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

For additional information, contact Brant Yochum, Fire Chief, at 217-342-2555 x 5334, or email byochum@effinghamil.com.

Applications may be submitted:
• Online
• In-person at the Effingham Central Fire Station (505 E. Fayette Avenue) after obtaining an application form at the Central Fire Station or downloading an application form at this website address.

The City of Effingham is an Equal Opportunity Employer